Job requirements
Essential
8 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Other
Able to work hours flexibly.
- Values
Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff.
- Experience
Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in work procedures, practices and equipment for a Porter role and associated tasks.
- Aptitude and Abilities
To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
- Aptitude and Abilities
To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge gained on corporate and local induction, completion of internal training programme within 6/8 weeks, to include: Appropriate Health and Safety Training. Fire Training. Moving and handling skills. Cleanliness Champion training. Knowledge of policies and procedures. Knowledge of the site. Basic food hygiene. Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in cleaning services or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
To have gained a Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it..
Job overview
SPONSORSHIP/VISA Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed This is a Bank position only
You will need to be a motivated and reliable individual with good communication skills. As part of the role you will be working closely with clinical staff and other various departments. A good understanding of health and safety is essential. Any training requirements will be given.
Main duties of the job
The Porter Assistant is responsible to the Hotel Services Supervisor to undertake a range of porter and housekeeping duties, with the aim to provide logistical support to the Hotel Services and other departments. In addition to periodically to support the wider Hotel Services Team as directed e.g. catering or cleaning tasks.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Bank Support Services Assistant Porter with Powys Teaching Health Board in Brecon, Wales. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £26,300 pro rata. The contract type is 0 days (To cover Weekdays, Weekends, bank holidays & Evenings). The application deadline is 26 Oct 2026.
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